Introduction to Ground Tissue in Plants
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What is the main function of ground tissue in plants?

  • Aiding in pollination and seed dispersal
  • Enhancing plant color and fragrance
  • Providing support, storage, and photosynthesis (correct)
  • Facilitating reproduction and growth
  • Which type of cells in ground tissue provides flexible support during active elongation?

  • Sclerenchyma cells
  • Xylem cells
  • Collenchyma cells (correct)
  • Parenchyma cells
  • Where are parenchyma cells commonly found within a plant?

  • In the vascular tissue of stems
  • In the epidermis of leaves
  • In the ground tissue of leaves, stems, roots, and fruits (correct)
  • In the root cap region
  • What is the main function of collenchyma cells in ground tissue?

    <p>Structural support during active elongation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are sclerenchyma cells typically found within a plant?

    <p>In mature regions providing structural support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ground tissue cells are responsible for maintaining the structural integrity of the plant?

    <p>Parenchyma cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of Parenchyma cells in plants?

    <p>Participating in photosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are Collenchyma cells commonly found in plants?

    <p>Petioles and young stems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of Sclerenchyma cells are long, narrow, and have tapering end walls?

    <p>Fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what plant parts are Sclerenchyma tissue mainly located?

    <p>Stems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors affect ground tissue development in plants?

    <p>Temperature, humidity, and light; nutrient availability, and genetic factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Collenchyma cells primarily provide to growing plant parts?

    <p>Flexible support</p> Signup and view all the answers

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